The Epidemiology of HIV Among Young People in Sub-Saharan Africa: Know Your Local Epidemic and Its Implications for Prevention.

Abstract: Background: Broad patterns of HIV epidemiology are frequently used to design generic HIV programs in sub-Saharan Africa. Methods: We reviewed the epidemiology of HIV among young people in sub-Saharan Africa, and explored the unique dynamics of infection in its different regions. Results: I...

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Published in:Journal of Adolescent Health Vol. 49; no. 6; pp. 559 - 568
Main Authors: Napierala Mavedzenge, Sue, Olson, Rick, Doyle, Aoife M., Changalucha, John, Ross, David A.
Format: review Journal Article
Published: Elsevier B.V. Dec2011
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